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Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa is a hotel destination wedding venue in Weligama, Sri Lanka, hosting 600 standing.

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

WeligamaSouthern Province, Sri Lanka

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa sits on Sri Lanka's southern coast with direct beach access and ocean views from every listed room type.

Guests
600 standing
Rooms
198 rooms
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Getting there
CMBabout 2 h 30 by car

About the venue

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa sits on Sri Lanka's southern coast with direct beach access and ocean views from every listed room type.

The resort holds 198 rooms, a pool, gardens and a bar, plus a ballroom, banquet hall and conference space that together handle standing receptions for up to 600 guests.

Couples can hold an outdoor ceremony with indoor backup available, and receptions can run either indoors or outdoors.

An on-site coordinator and in-house catering support planning, and the resort is roughly 150 minutes by transfer from Colombo (CMB).

  • 198 rooms, all listed room types with ocean views, including suites and a Presidential Suite
  • Standing capacity for up to 600 guests across ballroom, banquet hall and conference space
  • Direct beach access, pool, gardens and an on-site bar
  • Outdoor ceremony space with indoor backup; receptions indoors or outdoors

Short answers

How many guests does Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa hold?
Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa holds 600 standing.
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Can guests stay at Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa?
Yes. 198 rooms.
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How do guests get to Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa?
Fly into CMB, about 2 h 30 by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Standing reception
600 guests

Staying over

Rooms
198 rooms
Room types
6 listed

House rules

Children
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
CMB, 150 min by car
Parking
Yes

Questions about the venue

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How many guests can the venue hold?
The resort accommodates up to 600 guests standing, using its ballroom, banquet hall and conference space.
Can we marry outdoors on the beach?
Yes. The resort has beach access and hosts outdoor ceremonies, with indoor backup space available if the weather turns.
Is catering provided by the resort?
Yes, catering is in-house, and there is a bar on site.
How far is the resort from the airport?
The nearest airport is Colombo (CMB), approximately 150 minutes away by transfer. Parking is available on site.
Who do we contact to plan a wedding here?
Ovini Swarnanayake, Sales Manager - MICE, Corporate, Weddings & Social, at mhrs.cmbmc.sales@marriotthotels.com or +94 414 600 100. An on-site coordinator supports planning, and children are welcome.

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Standing reception: 600 guests

    “The Pool Lawn, accommodating up to 600 guests, transforms into a magical seaside stage where your celebration will be set against the Indian Ocean.”
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  • Rooms: 198 rooms

    “The property offers 198 contemporarily designed spacious rooms and suites.”
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  • Room types: 6 listed

    “Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “The Pool Lawn, accommodating up to 600 guests, transforms into a magical seaside stage where your celebration will be set against the Indian Ocean.”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “For elegant indoor receptions, the Grand Ballroom offers a sophisticated space for over 270 guests.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “The resort’s culinary excellence is another hallmark, led by an experienced culinary team that includes an Indian specialty chef with world-class experience at Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Pamper yourself at our luxury Quan Spa, and delight your palate with dazzling offerings from our popular restaurants and bars.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Accompany your children to the expansive Kid’s Club that leaves them spoilt for choice—a range of books at the mini-library, a wall-climbing setup and a host of crafts activities on offer.”
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  • Nearest airport: CMB, 150 min by car

    “CMB”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Free private parking is also available on site.”
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  • Event spaces: Conference space, ballroom and banquet hall

    “Conference space”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “For elegant indoor receptions, the Grand Ballroom offers a sophisticated space for over 270 guests.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “The Pool Lawn, accommodating up to 600 guests, transforms into a magical seaside stage where your celebration will be set against the Indian Ocean.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “The Fitness Center with three outdoor swimming pools, one of which is dedicated to children, is well patronised by guests.”
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  • Sea view: Yes

    “All units of accommodation boast of uncom- promising sea views; the expansive beach is sparsely crowded.”
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  • Beach on foot: Yes

    “The resort’s direct access to the pristine, sandy beach ensures that you can make the most of location.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “The resort also offers a garden with outdoor furniture, a minibar, bathtubs and ironing facilities.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “To ensure each celebration is seamless, the resort’s dedicated team of planners works closely with couples, turning every detail into a flawless reality.”
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